At the present time, the main focus of my research involves the investigation of new methods for use in total synthesis. This work follows on my graduate work with Professor David Williams at Indiana University where I completed the total synthesis of amphidinolide P, and studies toward the total synthesis of amphidinolide K. Concurrent with the synthetic work, I evaluated molecular mechanics calculation software packages for the use in assigning the relative configuration of amphidinolide K.

In my free time, I enjoy playing tennis and soccer, camping, backpacking, and hiking. When I am feeling particularly energetic, I join the Buckeye Trail Association to build trails. To get through the winter, I like to go skiing (cross country or downhill).

In 2004, I joined Kiwanis and subsequently built a web site for the Ada Kiwanis Club. I served as secretary of the club from June of 2009 through September 2014.